Cheesecake Recipe
Classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated.
- 2
Form the crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes and then remove from the oven to cool.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until well combined.
- 4
Add remaining ingredients
Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Combine and pour
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- 6
Bake the cheesecake
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- 7
Cool and chill
Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best results.